SUMMARY: McDonald’s announced the return of Quarter Pounders at hundreds of its restaurants after determining that beef patties were not the source of an E. coli outbreak that affected 75 individuals and resulted in one death across 13 states. The U.S. FDA suspects that slivered onions from a specific supplier, Taylor Farms, are responsible for the contamination. McDonald’s will offer the Quarter Pounder without slivered onions and has ceased sourcing from the implicated facility. The outbreak primarily affected Colorado, with additional cases in several states, and was linked to E. coli 0157:H7, posing serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations.

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SUMMARY: Fredrick Nicholson, a standout student athlete from Gautier, is named WXXV‘s Student Athlete of the Week for his exceptional contributions on the football and baseball fields. The Gators are on a six-game winning streak, with Nicholson leading the defense as a senior linebacker, recording 14 tackles in their last game. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, hard work, and dedication, spending significant time in the weight room. Alongside his athletic pursuits, he is working towards an associate degree and has completed over 50 hours of community service, motivated by his supportive family. The Gators aim to continue their success in the upcoming season.

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SUMMARY: Phil Lesh, founding member and bassist of the Grateful Dead, passed away at 84 in Los Angeles. His death was announced on Instagram, highlighting his legacy in redefining rock bass and contributing to the band’s signature sound during the 1960s acid rock era. Recognized for his innovative style, Lesh’s bass playing complemented Jerry Garcia’s guitar solos and contributed to the band’s legendary jam sessions. Lesh had overcome significant health challenges, including cancer and a liver transplant. He is survived by his wife, Jill, and sons Brian and Grahame. Lesh was recently honored as MusiCares’ Person of the Year.

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